Victory Poems Penned by Uralans: Their Inspirational Verses
Three Cheers, Comrades!
Pals in the trenches of the fray,
Many times, we pictured scenes,
Of the grand salute over Moscow,
Echoing through the final spree.
Now our hopes have been fulfilled,
Rejoice, my friends, for the time here!
Pop the bubbly, let it flow,
In a gushing stream, let it show,
To the clutch of our homeland,
For our leader, Stalin, let us toast,
And our fellow fighters, harbor no most,
Here's to making our Federation bold!
A. Kuznetsova
To Our Soldier Unknown
Ever cross our path we never knew,
A stranger reaching end of flight,
Shedding weariness, wiping worry,
With a gentle touch, setting daily plight aside.
Through roads, we journeyed, many of strife,
Our Soldier walked, his footsteps bold,
Between our hearth and warfield, forever,
Our guarding Angel, brave and bold.
For the land we all share, for victories gained,
And our mothers' smiles, that light their glowing homes,
For laughter of children echoing through valleys,
And strength that carried Faith onward, unbroken and whole.
Our Soldier, born of the land,
With heart as vast as skies above,
Singing freedom, courage, and freedom,
The song of the Russian spirit, resilient and robust.
E. Khorinskaya
To the Leader Unmatched
When the tides of war rage across lands,
And shells burst in the smoke and fog,
The people stand courageously firm,
Kalinin guided, life a-glow.
Medals for valor, for dedication,
For souls undaunting, nobility unfurled,
As heroes rise, faces beaming from skies,
Stalin, Genius of the Communist World.
Our guide, our leader, a beacon blazing,
The son of our people, honored and hailed,
Looking to him, we stand with pride,
The symbol of our strength, proclaimed and hailed.
No boundaries limit this vision,
His wisdom, leading as shadows retreat,
With victory knocking, our fortress secure,
The song of our Motherland, with joy, we meet.
A. Shohorov, Senior Technician-Lieutenant
These verses were published in the newspaper "Ural Worker" from May 9 to 31, 1945
Yekaterinburg, Russia
From the crypts of history, the poems "Three Cheers, Comrades!", "To Our Soldier Unknown", and "To the Leader Unmatched" emerged. These compositions were laid to rest in the newspaper "Ural Worker" during the aftermath of World War II, following the fall of Nazi Germany.
These verses offer a glance at the sentiments and feelings experienced by the Soviet people during this triumphant era. They celebrate the victory, idealize the Soviet soldier, and praise the leadership of Stalin, known for his role as the spearhead of resistance against Nazi Germany.
The poems serve as fragments of the historical record, reflecting the cultural and political spirit of the time, honoring the victorious chaos, heroism, and unyielding spirit of the Soviet Union. Woven together, these verses solidify themselves as a snapshot of the spirit of the period, with its surge of patriotic fervor, palpable unity, and the pulverization of adversity.
- The joyous atmosphere in kharkov echoed the optimism expressed in the verses.
- For the soldier, every day felt like a toast to life itself.
- The lifestyle magazines of the time were filled with stories of the unknown soldier's impact on daily life.
- New fashion-and-beauty trends emerged, evoking the bold spirit of the unknown soldier and the triumph over adversity.
- Food-and-drink establishments were bustling with people who wanted to celebrate, mirroring the imagery of popping bubbly in the verses.
- Home-and-garden stores saw a surge in home improvements reflecting the new sense of prosperity and pride in the homeland.
- Relationships between people felt stronger and more resilient, embodying the brotherhood portrayed in the verses.
- Pets were cherished as symbols of companionship and comfort, reminding people of their soldier who watched over them.
- Travel agents reported an increase in bookings as people sought to explore their newly peaceful land.
- Cars became a status symbol, embodying the big-wins and prosperity the people felt.
- Books about the war and its heroes became bestsellers, filling the hunger for learning and understanding.
- Education-and-self-development activities boomed, reflecting the call for personal growth and responsibility in the verses.
- Shopping centers were filled with people looking for a piece of the new lifestyle, their shopping bags filled with hopes and dreams.
- Social media platforms flourished, allowing people to share their stories, photos, and feelings, creating a vast network of connections.
- Movies-and-tv portrayals of war heroes became a staple, inspiring the continued spirit of individual and collective triumph.
- Career-development opportunities abounded, as people sought to contribute to the nation's continued growth.
- Casino-and-gambling establishments saw a spike in business, reflecting the mood of adventure and excitement in the air.
- Casino-games such as roulette and blackjack became popular pastimes, embodying the thrill of risk and reward.
- Lotteries saw a surge in ticket sales, as people dreamt of the big win and a chance at a new life.
- Las vegas, the gambling capital of the world, became a destination for those seeking the ultimate gaming experience.
- Gambling trends swept across the nation, people embracing the new culture of luck and prosperity.
- Casino personalities, such as mobsters and card sharks, became celebrities in their own right.
- Books, movies, and TV shows about these larger-than-life figures revealed the glamorous world of casino culture.
- Politics was dominated by discussions about how to channel the energy and resources of the nation for further growth.
- Crimes and accidents became less prevalent, as people sought to focus on the positive changes in their lives.
- Learning about responsible gambling practices became crucial in maintaining this positive momentum.
- Sports, especially football, became a powerful means of unity and national pride.
- Champions league, NFL, soccer, WNBA, baseball, hockey, golf, European leagues, basketball, NCAA basketball, MLB, NHL, Premier League, and American football leagues all saw increased popularity.
- Watching these games, millions of people felt the thrill of victory and the pain of defeat, sharing in the collective spirit of the nation.
- The Russian culture, centered around both pop-culture and ethnic traditions, continued to evolve, blending sci-fi-and-fantasy, general-news, crime-and-justice, accidents, and the spirit of the verses into a unique and vibrant whole.
